Scientists Discover New Species of Dinosaur in Chile

Two Chilean scientists, David Rubia and Alexander Vargas, discovered a new dinosaur species, Domicosaurus chilensis, named after Ignacio Domico. This long-necked plant eater, from the Titanosaurus family, lived 70 million years ago. The find is significant as it is the most complete dinosaur skeleton found in Chile, with 40% of the skeleton assembled. The species is unique due to differences in the neural arches of its vertebrae. The dinosaur likely fed on Oricaria plants. The discovery awaits official recognition, and the study will be published in a Chilean journal.

What is the significance of the discovery made by the scientists in Chile?

• It is the first carnivorous dinosaur found in South America.

• It is the largest dinosaur ever discovered.

• It is the most complete dinosaur skeleton found in Chile.

• It is the first dinosaur discovered in Chile.

What family does the newly discovered dinosaur belong to?

• Tyrannosaurus

• Velociraptor

• Stegosaurus

• Titanosaurus

How does the new species differ from other Titanosaurus specimens found in South America?

• It is larger in size.

• It has a shorter neck.

• It has a different form of neural arches in the vertebrae.

• It has a longer tail.

What did the D'amicosaurus likely feed on?

• Small mammals

• Fish

• Insects

• Oricaria plants

What is the next step for the scientists to get their discovery recognized as a new species?

• Publishing their study in a Chilean journal

• Presenting it at an international conference

• Exhibiting the skeleton in a museum

• Getting approval from the Chilean government